How novelist Gabrielle Zevin learned to enjoy failure
ReThinking
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Great Novels Focus on Characters
Great novels are distinguished by the characters that linger in the readers' minds long after they have finished the book. While a good novel should possess a compelling plot and a well-developed world, the mark of a great novel lies in the impact of its characters on the reader post-reading. The lasting impression and reflection on characters like Gatsby, Nick, and Daisy from 'The Great Gatsby' exemplify the essence of a great novel revolving around memorable characters.
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